This review contains spoilers
(Played on PS5 via 1.5+2.5/Streamed/finished both story arcs)
I went into this game with exceptionally low expectations. The fandom shits on this game like no tomorrow so I thought this was going to be a bit of a slog. I am streaming all Kingdom Hearts games in some shape or form in release date order. I was dreading this game after getting through the original Kingdom Hearts. I enjoyed the original a lot, especially replaying it.
To my surprise, I enjoyed the majority of the game. Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories grabbed me via the story, gameplay, deck building and quick time actions (through sleights). I enjoyed Sonic Blade and Blitz the most. Not because they were kind of broken or anything XD
Riku's arc grew thin on me because my favorite part was learning my deck, getting attached to the strategy I built only for that part I really enjoyed to be taken away.
Granted, Riku's Arc had me guessing more than Sora's. Sora's big plot points were wildly predictable and I got so many things right way before they were revealed. The mysteries were still there but I was frustrated with how long it took to reveal the answers.
I do want to follow up with the only KH games I have played are 1 and 2 so this is the first time I am ever experiencing CoM in any shape or form. I am disappointed that the fandom hates it so much. It has a lot to offer gameplay wise and story was gripping enough. There is a lot to enjoy in this game. However, I do realize that all the things I like about it could be the reason why people didn't enjoy it. I don't think it deserves the mass hatred it has in the fandom.
I am also in the middle of the GBA version on the side and it isn't so bad. My only complaint is the lack of a dedicated dodge button. Otherwise, I am enjoying that version as well.
Anyways, I enjoyed it. I wish others enjoyed it, too.
I went into this game with exceptionally low expectations. The fandom shits on this game like no tomorrow so I thought this was going to be a bit of a slog. I am streaming all Kingdom Hearts games in some shape or form in release date order. I was dreading this game after getting through the original Kingdom Hearts. I enjoyed the original a lot, especially replaying it.
To my surprise, I enjoyed the majority of the game. Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories grabbed me via the story, gameplay, deck building and quick time actions (through sleights). I enjoyed Sonic Blade and Blitz the most. Not because they were kind of broken or anything XD
Riku's arc grew thin on me because my favorite part was learning my deck, getting attached to the strategy I built only for that part I really enjoyed to be taken away.
Granted, Riku's Arc had me guessing more than Sora's. Sora's big plot points were wildly predictable and I got so many things right way before they were revealed. The mysteries were still there but I was frustrated with how long it took to reveal the answers.
I do want to follow up with the only KH games I have played are 1 and 2 so this is the first time I am ever experiencing CoM in any shape or form. I am disappointed that the fandom hates it so much. It has a lot to offer gameplay wise and story was gripping enough. There is a lot to enjoy in this game. However, I do realize that all the things I like about it could be the reason why people didn't enjoy it. I don't think it deserves the mass hatred it has in the fandom.
I am also in the middle of the GBA version on the side and it isn't so bad. My only complaint is the lack of a dedicated dodge button. Otherwise, I am enjoying that version as well.
Anyways, I enjoyed it. I wish others enjoyed it, too.